The group stage of the new season has kicked off in the UEFA Champions League. In this prestigious tournament, known as the "Million Ball Challenge," each match is watched with particular interest.
Arsenal, considered one of the favorites, played away against Athletic Bilbao on a Spanish tour. In the first half, the spectators couldn't see a goal, but the game was very intense and intense. In the second half, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's substitute players lived up to expectations. Gabriel Martinelli, who came on as a substitute in the 72nd minute, opened the scoring. Following this, Leandro Trossard secured his team's victory in the 87th minute. Thus, Arsenal secured three crucial points in the first round.
UCL. 1st round. September 16
Athletic - Arsenal 0:2
Goals: Martinelli (72), Trossard (87).
The clash between the Belgian and Dutch clubs was full of surprises. Playing as the championship winner, PSV lost at home to Union Saint-Gillois. The Belgians opened the scoring from a penalty in the 9th minute. Al Haj then scored in the 39th minute and Mac Allister in the 81st minute. PSV only managed to score a goal through van Bommel in the last minute of the game, but the result did not change.
PSV - Union Saint-Gillois 1:3
Goals: van Bommel (90) - David (9, penalty), Al Haj (39), Mac Allister (81).
Thus, at the end of the first round, Arsenal secured a valuable victory in Spain, while PSV started unsuccessfully at home. The upcoming Champions League matches are expected to be even more exciting and dramatic.
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